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The Michigan Chapter of the National Society for the Children of the American Revolution (CAR) held its 91st annual conference in Marquette, marking the first time the conference has been held in the Upper Peninsula. The society, which requires members to have an ancestor who fought in the American Revolution, fundraises annually for various veteran causes. This year, the society raised over $9,000 for a veteran suicide prevention memorial at the Great Lakes National Cemetery.
Michigan Historical Preservation Society Conference Held in Marquette
The Michigan Chapter of the National Society for the Children of the American Revolution (CAR) held its 91st annual conference in Marquette, marking its first appearance in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Membership in the society requires lineage to an American Revolution participant.
Fund-raising Efforts Support Veteran Causes
Current Chapter President Rodney Modell noted that the society regularly raises funds for veteran causes. This year’s efforts have garnered over $9,000, which will be used for a veteran suicide prevention memorial at the Great Lakes National Cemetery.
Memorial Project Fully Funded
Modell confirmed that the project has reached full funding. The granite slab for the memorial has been procured and is awaiting engraving. The memorial is expected to be completed and set up by spring.
New Society Leaders Elected
The society’s conference also saw the election of new officers for the year, who will receive recognition at the national conference in Virginia in April.
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